Whenever I am involved in an astrological counseling situation about health, I look to the 6th house. The 6th house is Virgo’s house, which, if you know anything about astrology, is NOT the Zodiac’s sexiest sign. I’m a Virgo ascendant, and I’m told that this will guarantee that I’ll always look younger (and more innocent) than my years, will ensure a grounded, realistically-astute relationship with the world, and will give me a predilection towards a life of service. Unfortunately, it also portends a ridiculous degree of detail orientation, a constant stream of mental and sometimes verbal criticism (of self, others, the world, God – whatever presents itself) and a preoccupation with health and wellness.

In American culture, we are bombarded daily with the marketing of innumerable products, television shows, and even people. These are pleasures that can be isolated, packaged, purchased and consumed at will in order to fulfill our every desire. Car dealers promise the pleasure of status; soft drink companies promise happy memories with good friends; make-up manufacturers promise sexual desirability. All of these promised results (if they ever happen) may certainly be pleasurable, but they are also often fleeting and misleading. By habitually satiating ourselves with purchased pleasures, we miss out on the fulfillment of other, more life-affirming pleasures. Pleasure begins with desire—one of the most powerful forces in human nature.

Here’s my claim up front: working with your dreams (that you have while sleeping) will revitalize your career, rekindle your love life, and unleash your creativity so you can go after what you really want in life.
I admit it’s an arrogant claim that paying attention to those nightly dreams can revitalize every aspect of our lives. But it’s true. Dreaming is a window into our most naked needs, desires, fears and aspirations. So if you are looking for a quick path to invigorate your unique skills and passions, tending your dreams is an easy first step.